I have an old jeep wrangler with 220,000 miles. It's doing just fine for now but eventually I'll need to replace the engine. I've seem some jeeps with a 4bt swap and it definitely looks and sounds cool but I was looking at the numbers and I just don't think it would have enough power. The only thing it has going for it is that it has slightly more torque. But hp is half of what jeeps 4.0 gas engine has. So I'm assuming top speed and acceleration would be greatly diminished. And since torque is only slightly better then what's the point???? Why would anyone do that. Its heavier slower and about the same torque. Am I missing something? I'm still drawn to it though just for the cool factor.

I have a coolant leak. It drips from the main pulley. This is pic right under the truck.

Yes it leaks power steering fluid, and slight oil seepage, not the concern.

I can’t see any other places it’s actually leaking from. Any one else see this kinda thing?

I saw some posts on here earlier about diesel additive holders and thought they were a great idea. My problem has been that I need to use a funnel when adding them to my truck, and I am constantly losing my funnels, especially when towing my fifth wheel. So I decided to make my own holder and solve both problems at the same time! The funnel fits securely in its own slot and when clicked in, it doesn't move. I have gone through car washes, down the interstate at 85, and towing my fifth wheel and it always stays put. They're made from ASA plastic for extra durability and resistance to sun and chemicals. If you're interested I just added them to my Etsy store (see link below). I currently have versions for Hotshot's and Archoil and am working on Power Service. Also habe them available with magnets or screws. https://www.etsy.com/shop/MontanaAngleWorx

Recently just got into diesels for pulling a family camper by purchasing a 2019 f250 power stroke.

It has the following: 73k miles 3071 total engine hours 760 idle hours

Anything I need to be concerned with or worried about with these stats? Everything seems to be okay, but it never hurts to ask around.

Hello there, I’m new into diesel trucks but looking to upgrade from my F150. Currently looking at a 2017 Ram 3500 SLT, is there anything to look for or be cautious of? The truck has 200,000 miles but the carfax shows good service records. I know diesel trucks are supposed to have a better engine life but is that too many miles to buy in at? And is $25999 a fair price from the dealership for that car? Sorry if I sound like a total newbie, but any input would be appreciated!

2003 7.3 Powerstroke Amazing truck, million mile motor unfortunately needing to downsize. Give me an offer

Interior is in perfect condition Shifts smooth, has TS Performance tuner in it, lifted a few inches and has great tires.

New: * 4R100 transmission with 1.5k miles on it professionally installed with a warranty * radiator * flex plate * starter * battery * K&N cold air intake * mud terrain tires with 500 miles on them

Downside: * windshield is cracked * bed and tailgate could use some love

Jsut showing off my new to me truck

I checked the oil in my 90' hilux diesel and there seems to be small particles on the dip stick in the oil.

I took a small cup and collected the oil from the stick into it. When the oil started to drain down the side of the cup the particles were left behind. Some of that on the cup might be airborn contaminats.

I took some between my fingers and I could not feel them at all. I sprayed it with brake cleaner and none of the particles were shiny.

What is that? Is it just soot or is there something to be worried about? Engine works and sounds fine.

If yall haven't heard of a ratio rite it will make the big jugs of additive a more viable option for those who don't feel like they could measure it out easily. I dug myself off the edge of a snowed out loggin road with the ratio rite as well. Mixed many saw gas jugs. Quite the measuring cup.

Hey everyone,

I live in Pennsylvania and am looking for a truck out west, searching in a large radius around Vegas. I keep seeing trucks that say smogged or smog exempt and have no idea what it means.

Anyone care to enlighten me? Should I avoid a smogged truck?

Thanks!

Hey guys, I am in need to upgrading to a truck from a corolla and a guy wants to sell me his 2005 f250 for 6000$. It has - new glowplugs - two new tires - new fuel pump

The cons are - 191k miles (might not be a con) - needs balancing

I might go test drive it if I get a positive feedback on here.but if you guys know that it's garbage then I won't bother

P.S I was a desiel mechanic. So if there are small things that are common and easy to fix then that is not a turn off for me.

Why can’t I listen to come channels and it says my key restricted?

How do I reset this and where is the setup button?

I have a diesel truck that is used exclusively for towing an RV fifth wheel, and is really only ever used once every 2-4 weeks.

When I do use it, it usually does get driven a few hundred miles at least, so short cycle trips or fuel going bad in the tank shouldn’t really be an issue.

But wondering there is anything else that I should be concerned about or preventative things I should be doing when letting the truck frequently sit unused for weeks at a time.

For reference, it’s a 2022 F450 6.7L.

Thanks

12v Cummins, was trying to remove AFC housing to change fuel plate.

The tamper proof bolt did not cooperate, and I'm a bit stupid, so it's now destroyed. Using a screw extractor isn't easy because of some oil lines in the way, once the extractor is in I can't turn it with anything. Nut extractors may not fit around the remnants of the bolt but that might be my best chance.

Any advice, or should I just put it back together and leave the fuel plate alone and give this one up?

Any where in Houston texas area i can buy r99 or r100 diesel fuel? I want to experiment with it. I could even buy 500 gallons in bulk if its the only way I can get it. Lot of fuel delivery company's say they have it on their website, but when I call they dont know what im talking about...lol. THANKS!

Hey everyone, I have a 2nd gen dodge with a 12v. Engine was rebuilt about 5k ago. New torque converter put in as well. Fuel pump rebuilt.

Trucks run fine 0 issues at all it’s been a gem.

Today was just moving it from 1 driveway to another. Started it let it idle about 30 seconds before for just popping it into r to back out of the drive way and it bogged and died.

Wouldn’t restart with out me stomping on the fuel. Put it in drive moved about 10 ft before it wanted to do it again.

Put it in the driveway. What yall think. Where should I start looking

Update to previous post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Diesel/s/s9WBSA7eVd

The people with experience pulling with an older pickup like a 7.3 overwhelming agreed a newer pickup was appropriate.

I upped the budget some and found a 2011 XLT with 172k and a bale bed that also dumps. Should be great for getting bundles of posts to location and removing trash. Should handle my trailer pretty well too. Definitely a work truck, dents and scratches and it smells like a horse blanket inside, but that just means I don’t have to baby it or worry about the dog stinking it up.

The dealership (not a ford dealer) thought it was deleted, as there was no DPF, no def gauge, and it was definitely pretty smelly. It needs new steer tires and probably some front end work or an alignment based on the tire wear.

Install a brand new john deere 4045 engine, it won't start give a code spn520208 fmi 6 on the dash display. Any help will be very appreciated thank in advance.

I have a 2014 Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel with 74k miles. It has a P20EE code for SCR inefficiency. This code has shown up back when it had 42k miles. The dealer replaced the SCR per bulletin 11-50-01-9K. I don't think I should be using up SCR's in 32k miles, so I started logging data to understand what's triggering the issue. I still have Mopar Max Care but the last time I brought it in, the dealer didn't do a deep diag and recommended a new SCR. I'd like to get an understanding on what the problem is so I can have the dealer fix the root cause.

My understanding is that the NOx sensors cannot differentiate between NOx and NH3. NH3 comes from injecting urea into the SCR.

When I am decelerating, the engine is producing 0 NOx. The upstream sensor reads correctly and shows 0ppm. However, the downstream sensor will read 8-13ppm. I've been told that it could be that the DEF injector is leaking or spraying when decelerating. I don't see white deposits in my exhaust and the injector/SCR are clean when I took it off to inspect. How can my car be introducing more NOx downstream then?

I have AlphaOBD but have been unsuccessful running some of the SCR/DEF diag tests. I have a support ticket in with AlphaOBD but also want to get more opinions.

Yeah so i have a 2009 MK7 Fiesta with a 1.6 TDCI and i've been wondering if it's possible to swap the turbo for maybe a bi-turbo or something like that

2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega Cab 4x4.

5th Wheel Dry Weight 14,484 lbs. Payload Capacity 2,376 lbs. Towing Capacity 21,000 lbs. GVWR 16,860 lbs. Hitch Weight 2,860 lbs.

I keep hearing differing opinions. Would appreciate any input.